sam13
Well-known member
Hi everyone,
Just been thinking about Ukuleles and the UU Marketplace board and why Ukes are moving more slowly ... even some really great Ukes or brands.
And for me, the Canadian Dollar has tanked and now is hovering around 73-77% ... this has really poured cold water my passion for purchasing a new or used Uke.
When our dollar was at par, or close when the UAS burn took hold I would purchase a Uke to satisfy my growing obsession with Ukulele.
Now, it has to be a really big burn and a great price because I have to add the following:
Shipping: $100 US to Canada
Exchange Rate: 23-25%
Bank Pound of flesh: 2%
Taxes: 13%
I look at the price now, add $100 for shipping and multiply it by 140%. OUCH!!!
So it has really cause me do to re evaluate and determine if the burn is real and how badly do I want something.
I think a lot of us non-US Ukulele lovers and enthusiasts are now making the calculation and deciding to not buy more often than buy and it has been contributing to a softer re sale market.
I just thought I would make note and find out what others are finding ... cheers.
Just been thinking about Ukuleles and the UU Marketplace board and why Ukes are moving more slowly ... even some really great Ukes or brands.
And for me, the Canadian Dollar has tanked and now is hovering around 73-77% ... this has really poured cold water my passion for purchasing a new or used Uke.
When our dollar was at par, or close when the UAS burn took hold I would purchase a Uke to satisfy my growing obsession with Ukulele.
Now, it has to be a really big burn and a great price because I have to add the following:
Shipping: $100 US to Canada
Exchange Rate: 23-25%
Bank Pound of flesh: 2%
Taxes: 13%
I look at the price now, add $100 for shipping and multiply it by 140%. OUCH!!!
So it has really cause me do to re evaluate and determine if the burn is real and how badly do I want something.
I think a lot of us non-US Ukulele lovers and enthusiasts are now making the calculation and deciding to not buy more often than buy and it has been contributing to a softer re sale market.
I just thought I would make note and find out what others are finding ... cheers.